David Thomson tries the latest addition to Skoda’s Octavia range and finds no shortage of appeal. What’s new?The fourth generation Skoda Octavia wagon has been on sale here since early 2021, but the addition of plug-; Read More
The Renault Arkana adds further choice in the compact crossover coupe segment. David Thomson takes a look. What’s new?Crossover SUVs with swooping coupe lines have become all the rage in recent years, and now Renault; Read More
A plug-in hybrid option has been added to Volkswagen’s passenger van line, and David Thomson has been spending time behind the wheel. What’s new?When it comes to innovation in the world of passenger vans, Volkswagen ; Read More
David Thomson has spent time behind the wheel of MG’s other electric offering, the HS +EV plug-in hybrid. The HS is a larger SUV sibling to the ZS and is available in 119kW/250kW pure petrol guise at four different trim levels, or in two t; Read More
The flagship of Skoda’s Kodiaq SUV range has had a heart transplant.David Thomson finds out if life has been added to the patient. What’s new?Skoda has ditched diesel in favour of petrol at the head of its Kodiaq SUV; Read More
It is a rare rallying event on New Zealand soil when Hayden Paddon is not the centre of attention.But the Cromwell-based driver knows more eyes might be on a special guest than himself at Rally New Zealand this weekend. Paddon is a w; Read More
Back in the world championship for the first time since 2012, Rally New Zealand roars into life in Auckland late next week. Several Otago competitors, and dozens of Otago fans are heading to the event, including Drivesouth’s David Thomson. Today, ; Read More
Hyundai’s Ioniq 5 is already New Zealand’s Car of the Year, now the arrival of its cousin, the Kia EV6, has provided a high point of the 2022 automotive year. David Thomson checks in after time behind the wheel on local roads. What; Read More
Car enthusiasts rolled into Dunedin on Saturday for an Autospectacular event showcasing a range of vehicles owned by local motorheads. More than 100 people were lined up outside the Edgar Centre at 11am, eager to get their eyes on a histor; Read More
Just when you thought the Dunedin Autospectacular could not get any racier, a pin-up pageant has been added to tomorrow’s annual show at the Edgar Centre. After a few years of hiccups thanks to Covid-19, the inaugural Dunedin Darlin’ pin-u; Read More
